2014 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · DG64 LUR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the front suspension assembly. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 100,103 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior due to a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber. This indicates a progression from the light misting noted in previous years to a complete component failure, suggesting that parts were only replaced once they reached critical state rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year over its twelve-year life. The record shows a steady accumulation, moving from 75,041 miles in October 2023 to 87,173 miles in October 2024, reaching 100,103 miles by September 2025. This regular usage suggests consistent operation rather than long periods of standing, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and seals like the shock absorber oil seals seen in the test results. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension closely to ensure the offside shock absorber was replaced alongside its matching pair to maintain consistent handling characteristics. The 2023 failure regarding a torn anti-roll bar linkage dust cover highlights that rubber boots and ball joints should be checked for further cracking or premature wear. Furthermore, the 2025 advisories for both front tyres being close to the legal limit and worn on the edges suggest a potential alignment issue that requires verification to prevent premature scrubbing of any new rubber.